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Circus miracle man Valentin Dikul to help paralysed Britons walk

A FORMER Russian circus artist, who recovered from a broken back and has since helped thousands of people suffering from spinal injuries, is keen to open a clinic in Britain.

Valentin Dikul, who defied doctors' predictions that he would never walk again after he fell from a trapeze, went on to set several weightlifting records. He has since treated dozens of British patients who travelled to Russia to undergo his unconventional therapy.

"I've opened up clinics in France, Italy, Japan and most recently in Poland," said Dikul, 70, who has received offers to set up in Britain.

"Over the years I've had many patients from Britain, but I can't treat all foreigners who come to me as I have limited bed capacity for people with more serious injuries.

"With the right local partner, I'd be happy to open up a clinic in Britain because it would make things much easier